While there are over 100 species of coffee, two dominate the global market:
Coffee is far more than a morning pick-me-up; it is the world’s second most traded commodity and a beverage with a history spanning over a millennium. Whether you are a casual drinker or an aspiring barista, understanding the journey from bean to cup reveals a world of craftsmanship and culture.
The story of coffee begins in the 9th-century highlands of , specifically the region of Kaffa. Coffee : everything you ever wanted to know abo...
: A hardier plant that grows at lower altitudes. It has a stronger, harsher, and more bitter flavor—often described as grainy or rubbery—but packs almost double the caffeine at 2.7%.
: Legend credits a goat herder named Kaldi , who noticed his goats became unusually energetic after eating red berries from a certain tree. While there are over 100 species of coffee,
: Known for its sweeter, softer taste with notes of sugar, fruit, and berries. It grows at high altitudes and contains about 1.5% caffeine.
: Monks at a local monastery allegedly created a drink from these berries to stay awake during long hours of prayer. : A hardier plant that grows at lower altitudes
Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Coffee by Jack Frisks